Chili Chicken Salad

Spice up your meal routine with this vibrant and flavorful Chili Chicken Salad! Tender, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are pan-seared to perfection with a smoky blend of chili powder, paprika, and garlic, then paired with fresh, crisp mixed greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime-cumin dressing. This quick and easy recipe is ready in just 30 minutes, making it a perfect option for a healthy lunch or dinner. Bursting with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, this salad is a refreshing twist on classic chicken salads. Ideal for meal-prep enthusiasts or anyone seeking a high-protein, low-carb dish that doesn't skimp on taste. Discover how this Chili Chicken Salad brings together spice, freshness, and zing in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 cups Mixed greens (e.g. spinach, arugula)
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 piece Cucumber
• 0.25 piece Red onion
• 1 piece Avocado
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts with chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.

Step 4

While the chicken is cooking, prepare the vegetables: halve the cherry tomatoes, thinly slice the cucumber and red onion, dice the avocado, and roughly chop the fresh cilantro.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, cumin, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt to create the dressing.

Step 6

Arrange the mixed greens on a large serving plate or bowl. Top with the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, avocado, and chicken slices.

Step 7

Drizzle the lime dressing over the salad and sprinkle with fresh cilantro.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Chili Chicken Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1109.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1018.8

Total Fat 60.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.7g
Cholesterol 206.4mg	0%
Sodium 3276.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 19.1g
Protein 78.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 258.4mg	0%
Iron 8.0mg	0%
Potassium 2952.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.6%

Protein: 29.1%

Carbs: 20.3%